# Hollow Dome Bike Bells The Oi Cycling Bell Opts for a Void Centre to Create a Perfect Pitch By M | Published 2016-03-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cycling-bell References: [coolmaterial](http://coolmaterial.com/rides/knog-oi-bike-bell/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/-oi/1539660295?token=b8427c81) Cycling bells designed for bike riders often come in a [standard circular shape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hooptical) without diverging much in aesthetic or functionality, until the Oi bell that creatively opts for a hollowed out ring shape to offer perfect sounding pitch. The bell is made from a simple loop that creatively allows the sound to move through the design in a clearer fashion. The Oi bell maintains its [traditional handlebar position on a bike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rcyl-bike), while opting for an unconventional shape and size. The ringer has a vertical, circular shape that allows riders to ding the bell and send the sound shooting up the ring. This creates a [loud and distinct pitch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfect-cheers) that resinates with a long-lasting sound. The ring can also be altered to create different sounding pitches as well for added customization. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Innovative Bike Bell Designs:** Create unique shapes and sizes for bike bells to enhance functionality and aesthetics. - **Clear and Distinct Sound Technology:** Use creative designs to improve the clarity and resonance of bike bell sounds. - **Customizable Pitch Options:** Offer adjustable settings to allow riders to personalize the pitch of their bike bells. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Cycling Accessories:** Develop new and improved bike bell designs to enhance rider experience. - **Sporting Goods Manufacturing:** Incorporate innovative sound technology into various sporting goods products to improve performance. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Introduce customizable sound options in recreational equipment to cater to individual preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tracker-Friendly Bicycle Bells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airbell.md) - [Inviting Pebble-Shaped Doorbells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-doorbell-concept.md) - [Three-in-One Lamp Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bell-lamp.md) - [Charming Avian Door Chimes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timbre-tori-door-chime.md) - [Shell-Inspired Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shell-intelligent.md) - [Minimalist Sound-Free Doorbells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silent-doorbell.md) - [Sustainable Acoustic Lighting Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olod.md) - [Tooth-Shaped Active Doorbell Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skitter.md) - [Perorated Brickwork Music Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-gong.md)